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From Altadena to Asheville, people devastated by recent disasters encountered helpers trained in Psychological First Aid. Like CPR, anybody can learn it. -
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help.” From journaling to walks on the beach, KPBS readers share their go-to mental health tips for navigating tough times. -
Whether it’s monetary donations or volunteering your time, there's a lot you can do to help those impacted by LA wildfires. We hear from a 2003 Cedar Fire survivor about what truly helps — and what doesn’t — when recovering from a disaster. -
Some people team up with an "accountability partner" or "accountability group" to accomplish big goals or tasks. Here's how to set up a successful partnership. -
Wildfires and other disasters not only destroy property and life, but leave a heavy toll on mental health. What tips do you have for someone in crisis? -
A 16-year-old Torrey Pines High School junior brings companionship to 83-year-old caretaker and her husband. -
Mental health professionals warn that the quality and level of mental health care people in western North Carolina receive in the coming months will be critical. -
What do you say to people when they ask you why you aren't drinking? How do you get your friends to hang out in places other than bars? We tackle the social conundrums of sober socializing. -
In zebrafish, ketamine causes changes a brain circuit involved in "giving up." That may help explain how the drug helps people with depression. -
Hilton, the latest celebrity to lobby the Legislature, persuaded it to pass a law that brings more transparency on the use of restraints and seclusion rooms.
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